Breaking: Hoffman Fire reported in Placer County on April 5

Published Apr 5, 2026 #Hoffman fire

First discovered: 10:49 a.m. April 5

Initial location: Placer County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hoffman

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:49 a.m. in in Placer County, California.

Hoffman Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center